January Favorites are on deck today! Find out my favorites in fitness, apparel, books, tech and more! Grab a cup of tea and enjoy the read!
FRIDAY FAVORITES #7: JANUARY FAVORITES
FRI-YAY!!
Ya’ll know Friday’s are my favorite! I tend to not have any clients or classes. I get the whole day ‘off’ and I can get all the work done. Today, I’m pretty pumped to share some of my January Favorites with you all today!! I’ve got quite a few, so let’s jump right into it!
QALO RING
For my birthday, The Hubs got me a new Qalo ring. As fitness fanatics and trainers, we were so pumped to find Qalo early this past summer. We ordered a pair for after the wedding – a matching green pair. The Hubs only wore his real wedding ring for a day and then switched to his Qalo ring. I LOVE these rings because they are silicon and perfect for lifting heavy things and swinging kettlebells. My newest band is light teal AND IT GLOWS IN THE DARK. #thebest
NEW PHONE CASE
When I got my iPhone 6, I got a cute pink case from Rifle Paper Co. Then it brokeΒ the Hubs broke it. I got a replacement, but it fit so tightly that I cracked it the first time I had to remove it. I use my phone for music when I teach, so the case always comes off. When that case bit the dusk, I ordered this cute teal and gold one and I’m in love! The bottom slips right off, making it super easy each time I teach a class. And it’s so cute. Are you noticing a color pattern here?
ATHLETA
Up until this year, I wasn’t too keep on spending alot of money on gym clothes. I get sweaty and nasty in them and I couldn’t justify spending a ton of money, only to wear the item once before I had to wash it. We all know that I found lululemon and realized how important it is to have quality active wear. I’ve been branching out to new stores and found a few pieces at Athleta over Christmas break that I absolutely love.
The Criss Cross Sweater was love at first sight…and first touch; it’s so soft! I wear it alllll the time. I got a cute tunic tank and a long sleeve shirt (on SALE!) which is super soft and comfy. I like that Athleta has fashionable activewear and to/from clothes. Honestly, I love a ‘workout outfit’ so much more than real clothes, but I feel like I can get the best of both worlds at Athleta. You’ll get to see the the sweater and long sleeve this month in the workout posts!
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DSLR
I’m finally entering the world of DSLR’s, friends, stand back. Up until Monday’s post, all blog photos have been taken with my trusty iPhone. The Hubs has been sick for the past week and a half, I didn’t have a photographer. Since my goal is to prioritize the blog this year, I didn’t want that to be my excuse. I grabbed The Hubs’ DSLR, figured out the self timer setting and shot all my photos in the cold. And I liked using the DSLR. All workout graphics from this month are taken with this baby too! I just wrapped up filming and photos yesterday!
LOST OCEAN COLORING BOOK
I broke down over Christmas break and bought a coloring book. Growing up, I was so into art and using that as my form of stress relief. It’s been so long since I did anything creative. Coloring in this book is so soothing! The perfectionist in me hates when my pencils aren’t sharp enough to stay in the super intricate lines. But I love it. Fun fact: any time I paint, sculpt with clay or color, I stick my tongue out. The entire time.
BETTER THAN BEFORE
Has anyone else read this book? I’ve known about it for a while, but in the past few days, it seemed every podcast I listened too mentioned her new book. It’s all about habits. I was so fascinated that I had to go buy it. I’ve only read a chapter, but I’m loving it so far. Keep an eye on Instagram for some of my favorite quotes and insights.
HAMMER & CHISEL
Anyone else doing this program? I joined Team Inspire at the end of November and I thought what better way to learn more about the business than do Hammer & Chisel. As a lady that is all about strength training, I was excited to see a structured plan focused on building strength. Today is my off day, but I’ve gotten in my workout at home each morning this week. Honestly, I miss the gym a bit – I’m not the hugest fan of working out at home – but I’m making it happen! Let me know if you are interested in trying it out!
NEW OFFICE
The office isn’t fully decorated yet, but I wanted to give you a sneak peek. My mom helped me and we got this office looking so much better! Our color scheme is cream, light teal (#obsessed), gray and light green – thanks to the pillows from our living room couch. My wedding bouquet is on the table and my little French-y cookie jar on the shelf. I’ll share another few pictures once we get it finished this weekend. I’ve loved working at my desk so far!
INSPIRED TO BE FIT
Jill and I launched Inspired To Be Fit on Monday. I am so excited to see where this link-up goes! Be sure to check out all the details and share your fitness related posts next week!
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NEW FRIDAY BLOG SCHEDULE
I mentioned the change up in my 2016 Goals post. I finally reached out to a few awesome bloggers this week, crossing it off my todo list. There are so AMAZING bloggers lined up for guest posts each month. I seriously cannot even wait! It might end up being my favorite post of the month!! Here is the breakdown:
- 1st Friday: Favorites
- 2nd Friday: Girlboss Musings (next Friday is going to be so awesome. Think: Fixer Upper)
- 3rd (and 4th, if there happens to be an extra week): Workout
- 4th: Guest Blogger Feature
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What are you doing today? I have a coffee/blog planning date with Hollie from Muscles & Munchkins this morning, then I’m doing some work for late morning/early afternoon, then The Hubs are having a date! We have a few things to get for the office, do some lululemon shopping and are taking advantage of our Christmas gift cards to go to dinner. I’m pretty excited!
What are some of your January favorites?
Have you read any good books lately?
What are you doing for the weekend?
XOXO,
Jen
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Oh I love the new office, it is so cute!! Athleta is crazy expensive… even with the Group Fitness Instructor discount of 30% (you get that, right?), but I still splurge every now and then on a piece I really like.
Thanks, Sarah! Yes, it is expensive! But I shop the sales!!!
Tons of exciting new things! I love Athleta, and my girl Shawna tipped me off about Schoola, which sells it gently used. You might get lucky! Very intrigued by the Better than Before book. I will definitely look into it!
Oooooo, I need to check out this Schoola!
Jen I’m so impressed with your office – it looks so clean and inviting. our office is in the loft and it’s a mad house right now π I have not taken the dive into more expensive workout clothes yet, this girl is on a budget! I’m guessing that once I do I’ll never go back! Let me know what you think about the book! I’m looking for a few good books to read once I get this program running!
Eek, thanks Sam! Just so much brighter and better than before! I still gotta buy some workout clothes on a budget, but when you do buy a bit more expensive, you will see a difference for sure!
I won’t like, I wasn’t even craving tea until you said “grab a mug of tea” in your intro. Good job there π
I love the new Friday set-ups you’ve got going on! I think the posts are going to be awesome – not that all of your posts aren’t awesome, cause they totally are π
Heh! Love me a good cup a tea – drinking some now actually!
I know people are all into adult coloring books now! I may have to get myself one and I think I am going to get one for my daughter too. happy Friday
It’s just so relaxing and fun, Deborah! Love it!
I never knew about how amazing Athleta was until my mother-in-law got me a couple tanks from there. They never ride up! And for a girl with hips, that is quite the accomplishment. I kinda can’t live without them anymore…they actually inspire me to go to the gym. π
Yes!!! They are so great! I love how long they are!!
Yea girl I’m right with you on Athleta and I’m so excited to hopefully make the big DSLR purchase myself this week! Yay! You’ll have to teach me all your tips and tricks. Also, I know I owe you an email — I will get back to you this week! xo-Lindsey
Yay for a new DSLR!! I know only a couple tricks, so maybe we need to work together! π
I can’t wait to hear what you think of Hammer and Chisel.
It’s been pretty great so far, Jill!
Hey Jen-
I am looking into getting a Qalo ring and wanted to hear from you about sizing. I think I’m a 6/6.5, but I’m concerned I’ll order one and it’ll be too small. Any tips/thoughts? Thanks!
I think I went a half size bigger than my normal finger size! It does stretch a bit and I think they do free exchanges as well!
I wanted to follow up-my Qalo ring came in the mail on Saturday. I wore it this afternoon and to the gym tonight for the first time, and it was GREAT! Thanks for the initial post & also your feedback to my comment.
yay! So glad to hear it!